About the Awards
The Office of Leadership is proud to present the Inspirational Leadership Awards and Navy League Leadership Awards. These annual awards recognize individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership, foster a culture of diversity, mentor personnel, and lead and motivate by example while exemplifying the Coast Guard’s core values of Honor, Respect, and Devotion to Duty.
CAPT John G. Witherspoon Inspirational Leadership Award (Officers, Active Duty and Reserve)
MCPO Angela M. McShan Inspirational Leadership Award (E-7 Active Duty & Reserve)
George R. Putnam Inspirational Leadership Award (Civilian appropriated or non-appropriated)
COMO Charles S. Greanoff Inspirational Leadership Award (Auxiliary Flotilla Commander)
CAPT David H. Jarvis Award Leadership Award (Officer Active Duty)*
Douglas A. Munro Leadership Award (Enlisted Active Duty)*
*Navy League Leadership Awards
2025 Submission Deadline
Submission deadline is Monday, March 3, 2025. A solicitation for nominations will be announced in early December 2024.
Award Criteria & Nomination Guidelines
Award criteria and nomination guidelines are listed on each award website page linked to above.
Reserve members serving on active duty over 30 days may be considered alongside regular active duty candidates. It is the command's discretion to determine the category for which the reserve member should be considered.
Learn how to create an impactful submission
Watch this MyCG 'Ask Me Anything' to learn how to compile a great nomination package. You'll hear from previous panel members who will share their perspective on showing impact and creating a submission that wow's the selection panel.
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Previous Winners
Go here to see the 2024 Inspirational Leadership Award winners.
Program Manager
PERS3 Caitlin Fleming